South America - the Top 10 Destinations This Year Part One

One of the best countries to visit is South America, fullthen there are plenty of other reasons to visit Mexico.
of rich culture and a complete world away from theThe main one that springs to mind is the cuisine, at
European lifestyle South America is home to manysome point chances are you'll have encountered some
stand out countries such as Mexico, Brazil and Peru.Âderivative of Mexican cooking here in the UK but as
The thing is that for every article you read on thewith all specialist cuisine you can't beat the taste at the
(very considerable) wonders of Manchu Picchu theresource. If you're not content with simply eating the
are a thousand other equally amazing sights to see inlocal food then there are local cookery courses that
this immense continent. This article will cover tenyou can partake in if you prefer a hands on
secret holiday locations that you should consider if youapproach. Cities like Puebla and Oaxaca have
want to see South America this year.many cookery classes that can teach you the skills to
10. Panama City, Panamaimpress family and friends upon your return from your
This city is likely to see an increase in tourism this yearholiday.
especially for two reasons; firstly since April of thisMexico is also home to Cancun which has become
year flight company KLM has new routes going topopular in recent years and with many cheap flights to
Panama City making it easier to travel there thisCancun available now may be the best time to take
year. The second reason may be that the popularadvantage of this delightful country's food.
US TV show Prison Break was based there recently8.   San Pedro de Atacama, Chile
and helped showcase the relaxed city with itsThe Atacama Desert in Chile may not sound like the
attractive mix of jungles and beaches.most inviting destination but there are a surprising
The beaches can provide the perfect retreat fromamount of activities to do in Chile; one specialist hotel
working life back home. Panama boasts over 900even offers an adventure holiday and spa out in the
species of birds, an amazing 1,500 species of treesmiddle of the Desert. The Tierra Atacama
and well over 7000 breeds of vascular plants. ThisAdventure and Spa is a boutique hotel that can offer
makes for the perfect holiday if you are a nature bufftours of the terracotta coloured sands and
and don't fancy bird watching in a damp field in the rainneighbouring lagoons.Â
back home.There are even areas that are so untouched by man,
9.   Puebla & Oaxaca, Mexicodue to being protected areas, that they have earned
Mexico is a popular tourist spot for many Americansthe name Moon Valley as it resembles the moon's
looking to venture outside their own borders. It is alsosurface with small but sharp crested hills.
popular amongst American college students during theThe next part of this article will cover the many other
summer and spring breaks. But whilst it's got alocations in South America that you should visit this
great party atmosphere if that isn't quite your thingyear.